Subject Leader - History
The Richmond upon Thames School, Twickenham, Middlesex, TW2 7SL13 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
5 May 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
21 April 2025
Job details
Job role
- Head of year or phase
- Head of department or curriculum
Visa sponsorship
- Skilled Worker visas can be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Subject
- History
Working pattern
- Full time: Full time teacher
Contract type
- Permanent
Pay scale
- MPR/UPR
Additional allowances
plus TLR 2b
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Richmond upon Thames School (RTS), an innovative and dynamic mainstream secondary academy in Richmond, London, is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated Subject Leader for History to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the History curriculum while contributing to the wider Humanities vision and promoting historical thinking, literacy, and cultural understanding across the school.
We are seeking individuals who:
Hold QTS and are passionate about History education
Can teach History across KS3 and KS4/GCSE, with the ability to teach other Humanities subjects at KS3
Bring depth, curiosity, and rigour to their teaching, with a strong commitment to historical scholarship and pedagogy
Have experience or a strong interest in curriculum development and leading innovative practice in the Humanities
Are motivated by a strong moral purpose and unwavering ambition for every student
Are specialists in their subject, bringing both passion and expertise to the classroom
Thrive in a collaborative environment, working with colleagues to refine and share best practice
Are committed to innovation, always seeking new approaches to engage and challenge students
Have credibility and depth as a teacher, leading by example through high expectations and subject knowledge
Through our School Trust Partnerships, we provide the support needed for your ongoing professional growth and development.
What the school offers its staff
Secure cycle racks for staff to use (as well as staff showering facilities) and a ‘Cycle to Work’ scheme.
Secure, controlled access car park for staff to use with direct access to the A316.
The school is well served by local bus routes; and is within easy walking distance to Twickenham train station, which is in Zone 3 and well served by South Western Trains.
There is a focus on developing community and positive staff wellbeing through
Private Medical, Health and Optical insurance
Yoga, relaxation and staff-led fitness sessions
Seasonal gatherings
Free tea and coffee in the light and airy staff social room
Continuing professional development has a strong focus. There is an extensive programme available which extends to internal and external specialists, as well as partnerships with other educational and business providers.
Membership of a pension scheme is available.
The school has a two-week Autumn half-term break.
Further details about the role
The School/Trust reserves the right to commence the interview process at any time prior to the closing date so early application is recommended.
Commitment to safeguarding
The Richmond upon Thames School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be expected to complete an enhanced DBS check and to disclose any information relevant to Disqualification by Association.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs are not accepted.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Richmond upon Thames School
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 741 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Richmond upon Thames School website
- Email address
- PA@rts.richmond.sch.uk
- Phone number
- 0208 891 2985
We are seeking resilient and forward-thinking people to support us to realise our Trust’s vision that every student will leave RTS with excellent academic outcomes and a clear purpose for the next stage of their lives.
We have already established a vibrant, inclusive school that provides an excellent experience for every member of its community. In five years, we have grown from 125 students in Year 7 to 750 students across Years 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11. The years that follow promised to be exciting as we continue to grow into our permanent building and new sports centre.
The school is uniquely situated on the Richmond Education and Enterprise Campus with Clarendon Special School, Capella House School, Richmond Upon Thames College.
Our first Ofsted inspection took place in January 2020 and we are delighted that the inspectors rated the school ‘outstanding’ for personal development and ‘good’ for the quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, leadership and management, and overall effectiveness.
Arranging a visit to The Richmond upon Thames School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email PA@rts.richmond.sch.uk.
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